Posts by Kelly Richman-Abdou

Kelly Richman-Abdou

Kelly Richman-Abdou is a Contributing Writer at My Modern Met. An art historian living in Paris, Kelly was born and raised in San Francisco and holds a BA in Art History from the University of San Francisco and an MA in Art and Museum Studies from Georgetown University. When she’s not writing, you can find Kelly wandering around Paris, whether she’s leading a tour (as a guide, she has been interviewed by BBC World News America and France 24) or simply taking a stroll with her husband and two tiny daughters.
Ancient Art
January 9, 2019

All About ‘Laocoön and His Sons’: A Marble Masterpiece From the Hellenistic Period

During ancient Greece's Hellenistic Period, sculptors took their classical craft to new levels. Renowned for expressive figures that appear to be in motion, this era saw the creation of three of the world's most famous marble sculptures: The Venus de Milo, The Winged Victory of Samothrace, and Laocoön and His Sons. Since its 16th century excavation, Laocoön and His Sons has attracted archaeologists and art lovers alike.

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Art
January 3, 2019

Meditative Montages of Wild Animals in Serene Settings

Artist Alice Zilberberg creates calming digital collages that double as “self-therapy.” Though a cathartic element is evident in all of her ethereal works, it is particularly apparent in Meditations, a series of montages that place wild animals in serene settings. Meditations comprises a collection of otherworldly portraits of fauna. Each piece has been meticulously crafted from photographs taken by the artist, culminating in seamless scenes that blur the line between reality and fantasy.

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Creative Products
January 2, 2019

These Adult-Friendly LEGO Kits Let You Build Your Own Mini Leica Camera

In terms of cameras, 2018 was the year of the Leica M. Over the last year, the iconic rangefinder has been repeatedly reimagined, culminating in cameras that are textured, quiet, and even collectible. In addition to updating the older model, however, the Leica brand has also transformed it into a toy fit for photographers and LEGO lovers alike.

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Inspiring
January 1, 2019

Philosopher Bertrand Russell’s Indispensable Advice on ‘How (Not) to Grow Old’

Bertrand Russell is one of modern philosophy's most prolific minds. Born in Victorian England, Russell rejected British idealism in favor of logic—an approach that has significantly shaped contemporary perceptions of mathematics, language, and even aging. In his essay, “How to Grow Old,” Russell uses his logical thinking to lay out his advice for achieving “a successful old age.

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